About Us
Honoring and Preserving the National Memory of World War II
Creating the Next “Greatest Generation” of Tomorrow
Friends of the National World War II Memorial (Friends), based in Washington, D.C., is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to teaching lessons of yesterday to unite generations of tomorrow. Founded in 2007 by the creators of the National World War II Memorial, Friends brings Americans of all backgrounds and ages together for national ceremonies and experiences at the Memorial and for online educational programs centered around the themes of American unity, shared values and ideals, and the spirit of community, inspiring them with timeless stories of sacrifice, dedication, and valor.
Leadership and Staff
Officers
Josiah Bunting III
Chairman
Jane Droppa
Vice Chairman
Ruth Rodgers
Secretary-Treasurer
Holly Rotondi
Executive Director
Directors
VADM Jack Baldwin, U.S. Navy (Ret.)
RADM John Bitoff, U.S. Navy (Ret.)
Robert H. Bohannon
Lt. Gen. Michael G. Dana, USMC (Ret.)
Sara Temple Dent
Philip J. Gioia
Robert Kelley
Alex Kershaw
LTG Mick Kicklighter, U.S. Army (Ret.)
Cathy Martine
Lynn McMahon
Stephens F. Millard
Robert A. Peck
Elliott (Toby) Roosevelt III
Odeh L. Stevens
Lt. Gen. Vincent R. Stewart, USMC (Ret.)
Kenneth J. Terry
In Memoriam
Ambassador F. Haydn Williams
Chairman, 2007-2009
Chairman Emeritus, 2009-2016
Jess Hay
Board member, 2007-2015
Dr. J. Phillip “Jack” London
Board member, 2014-2021
Friends of the National
World War II Memorial
921 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Ste 316
Washington, D.C. 20003
202-675-2017
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Friends is grateful to the following Founding Sponsors for their ongoing commitment to preserving the legacy, lessons, and sacrifices of our Greatest Generation.
